#alameda — Public Fediverse posts

The AUSD Board of Education is accepting applications for its recent vacant seat. Policy dictates that when a board seat becomes open, the remaining members may choose to fill that seat via appointment or special election. On August 25, the Board voted unanimously to fill the seat via appointment. https://alamedapost.com/news/applications-available-for-vacant-board-of-education-seat/

#alameda #ausd #AusdBoard

Catch Altarena Playhouse's latest show, enjoy the annual Fish Festival, sip wine at sunset aboard the USS Hornet, watch a classic film for free, get hyped for "Practical Magic 2" with Feathered Outlaw, and immerse yourself in Cape & Cowl Con. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-lets-have-fun/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #AllAroundAlameda #AltarenaPlayhouse #CapeAndCowlCon #CrabCove #FactionBrewing #FamilyFriendlyEvents #FeatheredOutlaw #FreeEvents #SummerStarlightMoviesInThePark #UssHornet

A camping trip quickly turned into an emergency room visit when Edie took a tumble and broke and displaced her left wrist. Longtime Alameda Post contributor Steve Gorman explains his recent absence and details the "harrowing" day that began a long recovery journey for his wife. https://alamedapost.com/features/from-the-redwoods-to-the-er-how-a-two-night-camping-trip-turned-into-six-months-of-recovery/

#alameda #HenryCowellRedwoodsStatePark #hiking #travel

The birds explain the meanings of road signs in the latest installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/two-birds-08-27-2026/

#alameda #TwoBirdsFromAlameda

While all eyes have been on the beautiful new Wood Middle School campus, other AUSD facility projects have also been moving full steam ahead. Senior Manager of Community Affairs Susan Davis shares updates for Alameda High’s new Swim Center, Encinal's new auxiliary gym, and more. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/ausd-moving-full-steam-ahead-on-facility-projects/

#alameda #AlamedaHighSchool #ausd #EncinalJuniorAndSeniorHighSchool #FrankOtisElementarySchool #WoodMiddleSchool

Visitors from across the Bay Area and beyond gathered at Alameda Point to zip around on electric skateboards, bicycles, and scooters, and—of course—test drive the latest hybrids and EVs. Ken Der takes a trip to “Demo Days Festival," formerly known as “Electrify Expo," to check out the tech. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/demo-days-visits-alameda-point-with-electric-and-hybrid-vehicles/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #DemoDaysFestival #ElectricVehicles #electrification #ElectrifyExpo #hybrid

On September 1, City Council will consider a $25.5 million subsidy for the Stardust Gardens supportive housing project, as well as the City’s response to a Grand Jury report criticizing its emergency preparedness, and lease changes for Faction Brewing and DOER Marine. Karin K. Jensen shares details. https://alamedapost.com/news/september-1-city-council-preview/

#alameda #AlamedaCountyGrandJury #CityCouncilMeetingPreview #DoerMarine #FactionBrewing #MidPenHousing #reshap #StardustGardens

The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District has confirmed the discovery of invasive Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in Hayward. They are "highly aggressive" and active during the day. The eggs are tiny and can survive for more than a year without water. https://alamedapost.com/news/invasive-mosquitoes-detected-in-hayward/

#alameda #AlamedaCountyMosquitoAbatementDistrict #mosquitoes

Over the weekend, Alameda Police Department Animal Control Officer Crum responded to Ferry Point for the report of a kitten in distress. Once on scene, ACO Crum discovered that a tiny—and terrified—tuxedo kitten had fallen approximately 10 feet down a metal pipe in an abandoned field. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/animal-control-officer-rescues-terrified-tuxedo-kitten-from-bottom-of-rusty-10-foot-pipe/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter

Julia and Jane have been married to their boring husbands for five years. When they each receive word that a former lover will be in town, the excitement begins. "The acting and directing are terrific, the set is stunning and the costumes thrill," raves Gene Kahane. Photos by Grizzly De Haro. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/fallen-angels-is-full-of-gossip-giggles-and-glitter/

#alameda #AltarenaPlayhouse #reviews #theater

If you've enjoyed art from Alameda’s public school classrooms on the walls of your favorite library or store, you can thank AEF's outgoing Art Program Coordinator, Pam Riley Chang. Jillian Saxty invites the community to celebrate a decade of achievement on September 30 at Books Inc. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/art-across-the-island-celebrates-a-decade-of-student-art/

#alameda #AlamedaEducationFoundation #art #ArtAcrossTheIsland #PamRileyChang

The Oakland Roots finally snapped an eight game winless streak on Saturday night in Texas, dominating most of the match at Toyota Field and being rewarded in the final moments with a 1-0 victory over San Antonio FC. https://alamedapost.com/features/sports/roots-back-to-winning-ways-with-1-0-road-victory-over-san-antonio-fc/

#alameda #oakland #OaklandRoots #soccer #sports

At her town hall meeting at Alameda High School, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon laid out a broad progressive agenda. Karin K. Jensen reports that Simon pledged to fight for disability rights, affordable housing, and healthcare. She also opposed war, cuts to social programs, and coal in Oakland. https://alamedapost.com/news/simon-lays-out-progressive-priorities-at-alameda-town-hall/

#alameda #AlamedaHighSchool #DisabilityRights #EdenChan #education #LateefahSimon #PublicTransit #RyanLaLonde

The Community NEWS Act (AB 2222) advanced out of the California Senate Appropriations Committee and is set for a vote by the full Senate. It would create refundable journalist employment credits that would help local news organizations offer essential local news to their communities. https://alamedapost.com/news/community-news-act-clears-major-hurdle-heads-to-california-senate-floor/

#ab_2222 #alameda #BuffyWicks #ChristopherMWard #LocalNews #RebuildLocalNews

"For years, I have heard my human companion (HC) say, 'I am going to restore it.' LMAO!" writes Mouf the Roving Reporter. "Well, this past week, he sold his 1971 Datsun 240Z to Mark, who wanted to do a complete restoration of what could only be described as a total rust bucket." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/bears-eye-view-of-alameda-for-august-23-2026/

#alameda #BearsEyeView #sundogday

Step into a steampunk fantasy of San Francisco’s infamous Barbary Coast of the 1850s Gold Rush at "The Soiled Dove," now through November 15 at Alameda Point. "The humor, sets, costumes, and music float you through time," writes Karin K. Jensen as she spends a night running away with the circus. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/a-night-under-the-big-top-at-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #circus #SoiledDove

Applications are now being accepted for the Safe at Home (Minor Home Modification Grant) Program. This rental rehabilitation program helps repair rental units, including affordable rentals. Both grants and loans are available for modifications for general home improvement, safety, and livability. https://alamedapost.com/news/applications-open-for-residential-rehabilitation-program/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #grants #renters

In this week's Letters to the Editor, the Library Services Manager of the Alameda Free Library celebrates a successful summer reading program. Eva Volin shares that more adults than ever joined the summer reading bandwagon—perhaps encouraged by the Tucker's Ice Cream prizes! https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-august-21-2026/

#alameda #AlamedaFreeLibrary

Jeff Smith's Math Puzzle for August 21, 2026 – Eratosthenes the Cyrene, geographer, chief librarian of the Library of Alexandria, visits Bonneville Salt Flats. https://alamedapost.com/features/puzzles/math-puzzle-for-august-21-2026/

#alameda #math #MathPuzzle #puzzle

In Episode 216, Scott Piehler's topics include: Felony charges in armed robbery attempt at South Shore. Consumer tech helps APD. Woodstock stays on the injured list. Otis School comes tumbling down. Fix up your rental. Latest real estate sales. Alameda honors a great artist, and upcoming events. https://alamedapost.com/features/podcast/alameda-postcast-for-08-21-2026/

#alameda #news #podcast

More free stuff. Can anyone use a cast iron skillet or a comal (Mexican griddle)?

They need some love but I think are pretty easily salvageable

In alameda

#sfba #alameda #freestuff

FAAS's fabulous annual fundraiser, "After the Ball," is set for Friday, October 16. Ophelia Nicandro notes that the highlight of the evening includes raising money for the Starfish Medical Fund, a dedicated emergency medical fund that ensures no shelter animal is denied lifesaving treatment. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/faas-after-the-ball-gala-celebrates-15th-anniversary/

#alameda #auction #faas #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter #pets

"Outer space’s imposing feeling, whether it’s fear or awe, is often motivated by a great sense of externality," writes Evan Gomez-Shwartz. "...But maybe if we look inward to learn the things we have in common with celestial objects, that gap will feel less overwhelming." https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/alameda-astrophotography-from-end-to-start/

#alameda #astrophotography #photography #space

A local crow greets some new birds in town in the latest installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/two-birds-08-20-2026/

#alameda #TwoBirdsFromAlameda

The East Bay arts community will gather on August 21 at the Pacific Pinball Museum, to honor the life, career, and lasting cultural legacy of local artist Dan Fontes. Best known for his monumental public works, Fontes famously transformed concrete urban expanses into vibrant sanctuaries of nature. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/bay-area-to-celebrate-the-life-and-legacy-of-iconic-muralist-dan-fontes-at-pacific-pinball-museum/

#alameda #art #murals #PacificPinballMuseum

Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson announced on Tuesday, August 18, that the DA’s office has filed multiple felony charges against Khalid Nelson, 18, after an armed robbery and shooting outside the TJ Maxx store at the South Shore Shopping Center in Alameda. https://alamedapost.com/news/district-attorney-announces-felony-charges-in-armed-robbery-shooting/

#alameda #AlamedaDistrictAttorney #shooting #SouthShoreCenter #TjMaxx #UrsulaJonesDickson

Realtor® Liz Rush shares listings of the properties sold in Alameda from August 3 through August 16, including size, asking, and sale price. https://alamedapost.com/features/real-estate/properties-sold-in-alameda-august-3-16-2026/

#alameda #PropertiesSold #RealEstate #RealEstateListings

As families across Alameda settle into the new school year, Alameda Health System encourages parents and caregivers to focus on a few simple steps that can help children stay healthy, build confidence, and succeed in the classroom. https://alamedapost.com/features/health-fitness/healthy-alameda-five-simple-steps-for-a-healthy-school-year/

#alameda #BackToSchool #HealthyAlameda

Thanks to discreetly placed location devices and Automated License Plate Readers, APD was able to quickly recover a stolen vehicle on Monday, August 17. Officers discovered thousands of dollars’ worth of stolen professional-grade tools, along with burglary tools, theft devices, and narcotics inside. https://alamedapost.com/news/apd-finds-stolen-property-in-stolen-vehicle/

#alameda #AlamedaPolice #apd #AutomatedLicensePlateReader #VehicleTheft